Sony MDR-AS100W

83 reviews

May, 2024

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portability (8)
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design (4)
price (4)
size (2)

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sound (8)
usability (2)
durability (2)
bass quality (1)
reliability (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 83 reviews of Sony MDR-AS100W. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. People are impressed by the size and design. The price and comfort are also appreciated, whereas the bass quality and reliability get critical reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Sony MDR-AS100W is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 78/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 27 user reviews of Sony MDR-AS100W from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.co.uk.

93% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 36 user reviews of Sony MDR-AS100W from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.com. Opinions about the design and portability are overall positive. The price and comfort are also appreciated. Views are divided on the sound, and the bass quality and reliability get less positive reviews.

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75% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Jasmine France (cnet.com)

Sony MDR-AS100W Active review

Although the headphone market continues to burgeon with new models, it can be surprisingly tough to find a decent, fitness-friendly pair. A few companies, such as Sennheiser , have stepped up to the plate with sport-branded earphones, which feature...

The Sony MDR-AS100W Active Headphones feature a lightweight design that stays in place during activity. The style is understated and the extras are handy.

The Sony MDR-AS100W Active Headphones won't be comfortable for all users, and they don't fold down for compact storage. Sound quality suffers if you can't get a proper seal with the ear.

If you're looking for a lightweight, headband-style headphone for the gym, the Sony MDR-AS100W Active Headphones fit the bill, but comfort could be an issue for some users.

May, 2008

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Expert review by : Campbell Simpson (goodgearguide.com.au)

Sony MDRAS100W

Good sound, but at a painful price

Accurate bass, moderate mid-range, great isolation

Supremely uncomfortable

Sony’s MDRAS100W headphones are marketed as 'Sports Active', but we found them too uncomfortable to wear for anything more than short bursts. Sound quality is good and they block out a lot of background noise, but make sure you try them on before...

Aug, 2008

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Expert review by : Jasmine France (cnet.com.au)

Sony MDR-AS100W Active review: Sony MDR-AS100W Active

Sony MDR-AS100W Active

The Sony MDR-AS100W Active Headphones feature a lightweight design that stays in place during activity. The style is understated and the extras are handy.

The Sony MDR-AS100W Active Headphones won't be comfortable for all users, and they don't fold down for compact storage. Sound quality suffers if you can't get a proper seal with the ear.

If you're looking for a lightweight, headband-style headphone for the gym, the Sony MDR-AS100W Active Headphones fit the bill, but comfort could be an issue for some users.

May, 2008

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Consumer review (sony.com)

Great Active Headphones!

"I have purchased several different styles of headphones in search of a set that would provide both great sound and a fit that would allow me to just forget about them when I am running. Every pair I have tried have successfully avoided staying in my...

Very Secure, No Movement

Could become slightly uncomfortable after prolonged use. The headband is a little wider on my head than I prefer

Jan, 2009

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony MDR-AS100

cuts out a lot of background noise when listening

There is no sound adjuster on the headset and it is too loud for my ears

Jul, 2013

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony MDR-AS100

hi, this has good sound and the best i have bought 4 a long time, we had a bit of a problem at first but that was sorted out by one of the sony staff who was great all the way through but the one u have is not the one we got but we are pleased with it.

none one of the best from sony

Aug, 2011

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Consumer review (play.com)

Brilliant sound

These headphones take some getting used to but are well worth the effort. The sound is fantastic. When you first put them on/in your ears you feel like a total virgin, wondering if its in properly or if your doing it right! But when they are in right...

Jan, 2010

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Consumer review (play.com)

Excellent well designed product

Bargain at the price. These do what Sony say they do. Just make sure that they are fully in your ear & the sound is great.

Jan, 2010

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Consumer review (play.com)

excellent headphones bringing my iPod Classic to life

I bought these because my usual Sony phones although giving great sound are useless in the gym because they keep falling out of my ears. My workout time is spent pushing the buds back inside my ears.

Oct, 2009

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